In 1893; Georgian horsemen from the Caucasus immigrated to the United States where for more than 30 years they performed in circuses and Wild West shows under the billing of ldquo;Russian Cossacks.rdquo; The connection between Buffalo Bill Cody and the Georgian trick riders represents one of the earliest relationships between Georgia and the United States. Western historian Dee Brown wrote; ldquo;Trick riding came to rodeo by way of a troupe of Cossack daredevils imported by the 101 Ranch. Intrigued by the Cossacksrsquo; stunts on their galloping horses; western cowboys soon introduced variations to American rodeo.rdquo; This is the story of the men who came in search of financial support for their families in Georgia and; without knowing it; influenced an essential fixture of American culture.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Encore! Encore!By horned frogI am not a musician and I have come late to my love and deep appreciation for classical music. As a result I try to make up for lost time by listening; reading; and to a lesser degree studying this wonderful art. I would draw your attention to 3 things Maestro Brusilow has done exceptionally well in this book. His explanations of music have not lost this novice in the technical jargon. I was able to easily follow his discussions of what goes in to making something as detailed and organic as a successful orchestra possible. The second thing I enjoyed was his discussions of the people that weaved in and out of his life. He showed both their genius and their failings. Not only with them but with himself as well. Finally there was that sharp "Jewish humor" interwoven throughout the book. If you are looking to gain insight into the training of a classical musician; life in an orchestra; this would be an excellent choice. I do wish for an encore.4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Like an Old FriendBy Ray BelikoffWe were neighbors! I was born on the 200 block of 60th St.; only 10 years later. This wonderful book was such a pleasure; it was like reading about an old friend; even though we never met. Written in a rambling; conversational style; I could relive the concerts in Phila. I attended; and imagine the others. It was so much fun to peek into the ordinary lives; the humorous incidents and inspiring dedication as well as the pettiness and generosity of day to day lives of so many great artists. I loved this book!2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. GREAT VALUEBy Delta GirlThis book was a fantastic value. 8.95 for a 29.95 hardback book that came in shrinkwrap. For me as a bibliophile; it does not get any better than that! The story of Anshel Brusilows lilfe is good. He shows the human side of classical musicians. (we know the human side of all other musicians thanks to the National Enquirer; TMZ; etc.) If you are a musician; I would recommend this autobiography. His personal insights about music are insightful. For example - he did not like to teach the violin; however he recognized that "those who teach best are those who learned best by breaking the task down into small steps; analyzing each challenge and finding the solution. ) p.78.
